ASWP04 Working at Heights
4.1 Inspect Worksite
A thorough inspection of the worksite should be completed identifying all hazards with a plan in
place to perform the required work aloft (Refer to ASWP02 Job Planning for additional
information).
Step Action
Inspect worksite
Identify hazards such as:
Overhead wires
Traffic conditions (pedestrian and vehicular)
Soils and topography
Buildings, sidewalks, fences etc.
Weather conditions
Hazardous Biotic Conditions
Tree condition (Refer to ASWP02 Job Planning for
additional information)
Determine access to tree (Refer to ASWP03
Ascending Trees for additional information)
Inspect rigging equipment
• Refer to ASWP06 Rigging Trees for additional
information
• Refer to manufacturer's data sheets for proper
inspections on rigging equipment
Determine Drop Zone • Ensure that ground assistants are aware of Drop
Zone
• Ensure appropriate measures are taken to
protect against people and vehicles that may
enter the Drop Zone
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